One to One Support Assistant - St Wystan's

Package Description

Location:  St Wystan's School.

Responsible to:  Headteacher, Form Teacher, SENDCo

Post Tenure: Fixed Term for 1 year - 8:30am to 3:40pm

Job Introduction

An exciting opportunity has arisen for us to appoint a driven and enthusiastic 1-1 support assistant, with a passion for learning and a desire to maximise the potential of a pupil joining our school. Working within our EYFS Department, the appointee will be responsible, under the direction of the class teacher, for supporting the pupil throughout the day on their academic, and social and emotional journey. This role will suit a compassionate individual who is willing to put the needs of the pupil first, taking an active role in their day-to-day life, both inside and outside the classroom. An interest or experience in EYFS and/or SEND, particularly with children struggling with social communication, social imagination and social integrity, would be an advantage but is not essential.

We are a warm and family-oriented community, with a strong emphasis upon the holistic needs of our children, as well as strong academics. We pride ourselves on knowing our children well and creating a personalised learning journey, for each and every one of them. We can offer the right candidate a happy and supportive working environment. 

The post holder will commence work at the beginning of the Autumn Term 2024. Term begins on 29^th August for the pupils; attendance at staff INSET days on 27^th and 28th August is essential.  

The Ideal Candidate

Enthusiastic individual possessing drive, energy and commitment, have a presence which engenders confidence and respect from pupils, colleagues and parents.

• Proven ability to inspire pupils. • Ability to plan, prioritise and manage a varied workload.

• Team focused: shares knowledge and information with other members of staff to promote good practice.

• Focuses on what needs to be delivered: understands what is needed and responds promptly.

• Commitment to the highest standards of educational and pastoral care for all pupils.

About Repton School

St Wystan’s is committed to providing an outstanding holistic education in a supportive and stimulating environment where our creative curriculum is brought to life. Each individual is respected and allowed to celebrate their unique character and capabilities, enabling them to achieve to the best of their ability. St Wystan’s is not affiliated to any one senior school and a large part of our success is down to our relationship with a wide choice of destination schools and the understanding of the children’s requirements. We are proud of the diverse destinations to which our pupils secure offers and scholarships. Children are unique and should go to the school where they will feel valued and appreciated for who they are at that stage of their educational journey.